Topic: First start for CB750 rebuild?

[78CB750F1]

After several months spending far too much time in the garage, my 77 CB750 F1 is ready (I think!) to start.  I have installed new CR carbs and a new exhaust but otherwise have not touched the motor since it was running 4 months ago with the previous owner.   I am not driving it at this time, just hoping to get the motor running.  What is the best starting procedure in this case?  Are there any danger signs I should be looking for when trying to start it?

[MRieck]

Are you experienced at carb tuning as those CR's will most probably need some tweaking. Are you running them with individual filters?

[78CB750F1]

MRieck - I am running them with K&N pod filters and a Kerker with 1.5" competition baffle.  I have no idea about carb tuning - I ordered them from Dynoman and the owner said he would pre-jet them as close as possible to match the setup.  I am just hoping the bike will run and then I can worry about the tuning!

[MRieck]

Dynoman is a good man...it's just carbs are like women.....once you get right it's perfect. Good luck....we'll be here.

[78CB750F1]

Last thing to do was mount the old petcock on the new tank and hook up the fuel lines but the petcock size is different between the 75-76 and 77-78 CB750 F1!  A new petcock is on its way.  First start for the rebuild project delayed again...